Get unlimited local news and information that matters to you.

Elections

Your vote is private

Election system ensures only legal votes are counted, anonymizes who you voted for

Nov. 4, 2024 4:48 p.m.

Turning Point: As an election like no other unfolds, CDN will document the moment

Follow along as we hold up a local mirror to history in the making

Nov. 3, 2024 10:00 p.m.

Volunteers for WA Dems get out to doorbell across Bellingham

Candidates encouraged volunteers that every vote matters in this year's election

Nov. 2, 2024 3:21 p.m.

Gov. Jay Inslee activates National Guard ahead of Nov. 5 election

Guard members will be on standby to help local law enforcement, state patrol

Nov. 1, 2024 5:28 p.m.

Washington law protects voters in Whatcom County

A wide variety of activities are illegal near ballot drop boxes, voting center

Oct. 31, 2024 10:00 p.m.

Whatcom election officials have multiple safety measures for ballot boxes

Frequency of ballot pickup has increased locally since attacks in WA and OR

Oct. 31, 2024 10:00 p.m.

WA campaign finance numbers as 2024 election nears

Donations, spending and fundraising efforts in general election

Oct. 29, 2024 10:00 p.m.

You should have received your ballot in the mail

Registered voters without a ballot can get a replacement at Auditor's Office or online

Oct. 23, 2024 10:00 p.m.

Access to abortion services a priority for Democrat candidates

Washington's role as a reproductive rights sanctuary discussed

Oct. 22, 2024 10:00 p.m.

What can be done to fix Washington’s under-funded public school system?

Local, state candidates tee up discussions for short-term funding, long-term revisions

Oct. 20, 2024 10:00 p.m.

Citizens Agenda

CDN Voter Guide 2024

Endorsement summary, candidate responses to Citizens Agenda questions

Oct. 19, 2024 10:00 p.m.

In Bellingham town hall, travel guru Rick Steves turns attention to fighting fascism

Travel and a free press can help combat close-mindedness

Oct. 18, 2024 2:38 p.m.